"Reading level is masters appropriate; [it] covers relevant topics; writing style is more interesting than most other books on this topic."

-- Gayla Jewell
Assistant Professor
Grand Valley State University

"Covers many 'current' issues and is well-delivered and easy to follow."

--Daniel Lafferty, Associate Professor, Central Michigan University

“Written for graduate and undergraduate students, Shi (health policy and management, Johns Hopkins University) and Singh (health services management, Indiana University-South Bend) examine the historical origins, conceptual basis, and structure of the US health services system, the translation of these structures into health services, and the manifestations of their impact on costs and quality. This second edition features current lead articles, revised statistics, and material on recent legislation.”

--Book News

"It is very thorough and up-to-date and facilitates discussion and learning.

--Lisa Yehl, Instructor, Ohio University

 

"Excellent. Current... covers the full range of issues... excellent instructor supplements."

—Dr. George Burke, FACHE, Texas State University—San Marcos